Calcite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Calcite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite and Larvikite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Calcite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Calcite- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Calcite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite and Larvikite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite and Larvikite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite is 2.59 whereas that of Larvikite is 2.59.